Antwerp to Dortmund train with Deutsche Bahn (IC,RE,ICE,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Antwerp to Dortmund

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£43

Average price

£65

Fastest journey

4 h 13 m

Average duration

4 h 35 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

215 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Antwerp to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Antwerp to Dortmund will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Antwerp for Dortmund every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 215 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 58 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Intercity
09:454h58
Antwerp
14:43Dortmund
£431One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
07:194h45
Antwerp
12:04Dortmund
£691One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
06:454h29
Antwerp
11:14Dortmund
£711One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
05:454h29
Antwerp
10:14Dortmund
£711One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
07:454h58
Antwerp
12:43Dortmund
£711One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Antwerp to Dortmund

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £422.

Distance: 215 km

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Train
Most popular
Coach
Flight

£72

Average Price

£22

Average Price

Cheapest

£616

Average Price

4h 38m

Average total duration

4h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

15h 47m

Average total duration

12h 47m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

-

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Antwerp to Dortmund train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 20:21
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
deutsche_bahn04:45 Antwerp
5h00
09:45 Dortmund0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahn06:45 Antwerp
4h29
11:14 Dortmund0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahn07:19 Antwerp
4h45
12:04 Dortmund0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahn07:45 Antwerp
4h58
12:43 Dortmund0 changesdirect
ns_ic09:45 Antwerp
4h58
14:43 Dortmund0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Antwerp to Dortmund

BelgiumBelgium
GermanyGermany
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Trains from Antwerp to Dortmund run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8
Distance
215 km
Average train duration
4h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
£40
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 58m
First train
00:40
Last train
22:18
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SNCB from Antwerp to Dortmund trainsDeutsche Bahn, SNCB trains will get you between Antwerp and Dortmund from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 58m
Cheapest Price
£57
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

SNCB

About
SNCB is Belgium’s national railway company and the country’s main train operator, offering First Class and Second Class tickets. It runs a variety of services, including Intercity trains for the fastest domestic connections, Interregio trains with more local stops, and international options such as EuroCity, Thalys, and ICE International. Thalys trains connect Belgium with France, Germany, and the Netherlands at high speed, while EuroCity and ICE International link Belgium to Germany and other European destinations. Onboard facilities typically include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power outlets. Popular routes include Brussels to Antwerp, Brussels to Bruges, Brussels to Ghent, and Brussels to Liège.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 33m
Cheapest Price
£113
SNCB frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Antwerp to Dortmund train

FAQs: Travel by train from Antwerp to Dortmund easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Antwerp to Dortmund.
FAQs
Booking trains from Antwerp to Dortmund in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Antwerp to Dortmund, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cost of a train ticket from Antwerp to Dortmund can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £72.
The train distance from Antwerp to Dortmund is 215 km.
The cheapest way to get from Antwerp to Dortmund is by coach, costing approximately £8.
The train journey from Antwerp to Dortmund covers a distance of 215 km and takes approximately 3h 58m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Antwerp to Dortmund leaves at 0:40.
The last train from Antwerp to Dortmund departs at 22:18.
Trains from Antwerp to Dortmund run approximately 5 times per day.
The train station in Antwerp that goes to Dortmund is Antwerp-Central, and it arrives at Dortmund Hbf.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Antwerp to Dortmund.
Yes, you can take the train from Antwerp to Dortmund.
There is no night train service from Antwerp to Dortmund.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Antwerp and Dortmund

Antwerp
Dortmund
The major train station for departures in Antwerp is Antwerpen Centraal. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Antwerpen Centraal for your trip from Antwerp to Dortmund.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area.
Dining
Dining
  • Café - Brasserie Royal
  • Einstein Koffie
  • Leonidas
  • Starbucks
  • Yam Yam
  • Panos
  • Sweetz To Go
  • Frituur Centraal
  • lunch & pasta coffee
  • Döner Company
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station
  • A-Stay Antwerpen
  • Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
Public transport options for Antwerpen Centraal
  • Tram lines: 11
  • Bus lines: 17, 20, 21, 23, 32, 68, 410, 415, 416, 417, 418, 427, 429
  • Train lines: Thalys, Intercity Direct 9200, IC, RER S1, L (22, 23, 24, 30)
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
10
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park via Binnensingel.
Dining
Dining
  • Wagamama
  • Brasserie Dikke Mee
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Radisson Hotel Antwerp Berchem
  • Tulip Inn Antwerpen
  • Ibis Budget Antwerpen Centraal Station
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for domestic trains
  • Hall 2: platform 5-10 for international and regional trains
Public transport options for Antwerpen-Berchem
  • Tram: Line 4, Line 9, Line 11
  • Bus: Several lines available
Antwerpen-ZuidWifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
4
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available near the station with access from the main road.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Zuidcafé
  • Restaurant Het Gerecht
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • B&B HOTEL Antwerpen Zuid
  • Hotel Rubenshof
  • Hotel Pilar
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Netherlands, and France
  • Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Antwerpen-Zuid
  • Tram: Line 4, Line 10
  • Bus: Several lines available

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